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Fleet operators could face a rise in daily rental prices this year as experts warn that insurance costs will increase in response to terror attack pay-outs.

Nextbase has launched its new 380GW dashcam: its first model aimed specifically for the commercial vehicle sector.

Systems that mitigate driver errors and prevent accidents are now available on almost seven in 10 new cars, according to the SMMT and JATO Dynamics.

A new commercial motor insurance underwriter has been launched, claiming to integrate technology more comprehensively than any other insurance product in the market.

S&G Response announced expansion plans following a reported record year of growth in 2017.

Autoglass and QBE Insurance have announced an expanded three-year partnership.

Complete Mini Fleet is provides insurance cover for companies operating small fleets of between three and eight vehicles, or up to 15 vehicles at renewal.

All new cars sold in Europe should be fitted with a range of life-saving technologies as standard, says the European Parliament.

Edam Group has appointed Nigel Evans as group sales director and Steve Ward who will address the insurance market, following a “sustained period of growth”.

Octo Telematics will acquire the usage-based insurance (UBI) assts of Willis Towers Watson to drive further growth in the insurance sector.

The use of dash cam footage following car accidents has risen by 285% since 2015, according to research by Accident Exchange.

Zenith was ranked at 42 in the annual Sunday Times Grant Thornton Top Track 250 round up of the UK’s most successful mid-sized private companies.

Van and car leasing broker Vanarama has signed a distribution agreement with motor prosecution defence insurance specialist Road Halo to support its insurance brokerage.

The number of vehicles stolen in England and Wales has increased by 30% in just three years, according to data seen by RAC Insurance.

Activate Group (AGL) launched today providing a "nationwide customer base of clients in the vehicle fleet management and motor insurance sector".

Gauntlet Group has earned Chartered Insurance Broker status from the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII).

Dashcam footage being provided as evidence by policyholders in insurance claims is growing in popularity.

Masternaut and Telefleet have launched a telematics-based insurance solution for the UK motor fleet market, in what it claims to be “the first” of its kind.

Hundreds of industry leaders from vehicle manufacturers, leasing, rental, service providers and major fleets are expected to attend.

Lightstone has launched Mercury Incident Reporter, a new smartphone app which can assist drivers involved in an incident.

First Insurance Solutions, a specialist commercial insurance broker, is using 3G vehicle cameras to reduce insurance premiums for its fleet clients

Autoglass has won the tender to become the sole provider of Admiral’s vehicle glass repair and replacement solution for the next five years.

The risk of 'autonomous ambiguity' over the differences between 'assisted' and 'automated' driver systems could lead to a short-term increase in collisions.

Northgate has issued advice to van operators on how they can ensure their commercial vehicles are correctly insured.

The Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) has welcomed a new tailored approach to fleet insurance, as set out by Abaco Insurance Brokers.

Fleet operators have been warned to expect significant rises in their insurance premiums unless steps are taken to improve risk management and reporting.

Fleet decision-makers need to get their drivers to act quickly after a collision to minimise the impact on their insurance bill.

Hundreds of videos downloaded every day and shared across social media.

The managing director of Total Motion has called for reform of the entire motor insurance industry to make it harder for motorists to make minor whiplash claims.

Delivery firm Hermes “categorically refutes” allegations made by the GMB that it is cutting corners in the interests of profit .

Fleets have been urged by Arval to mitigate insurance premium increases by working to improve their driver safety record.

Fleets fitting Dawes Highway Safety’s PeoplePanels and DawesGuard to commercial vehicles could secure insurance premiums discounts.

Direct Insurance Group has teamed up with FORS to provide fleet operators with a ‘benefits-rich’ range of insurance packages.

Lawyers worry efforts to keep premiums in check may penalise seriously injured.

Fleet insurance broker specialist Steve Green, a director at Anthony Jones, takes a look at how the new discount rate could effect commercial fleet operators.

A fleet avoided a £16,000 insurance claim after his VisionTrack 3G dashcam video proved he was the innocent victim of a motorist jumping a red light.

The RHA is concerned that hauliers may be in for a surprise when the time comes to renew their insurance premiums since the Chancellor released details of a proposed change to the way that compensation payments are calculated.

Motor fleet insurance specialist Gauntlet is urging fleet managers to act quickly to cushion what is likely to be a major financial blow when their insurance renewal comes around.

Vanarama Insurance Services has launched its first multi-year policies.

Lightfoot is partnering with Allianz Insurance to launch a new programme to encourage and reward better driving among UK fleets.